Category Archives: News

With Christmas just around the corner, there’s still plenty of festive fun to enjoy at Barnsley Museums. From seasonal markets to traditional celebrations and classic Christmas storytelling, the weeks leading up to Christmas offer lots of chances to get into … Continue reading →

Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust celebrated 10 years since its inception on 21st November with a dazzling event in the Open Kitchen at Barnsley College.  The Trust is an independent voluntary board of nine community champions which was founded to … Continue reading →

The final free Cinema screening event as part of the ‘Know Your Neighbourhood’ project helping combat loneliness and isolation in people across Barnsley took place last Tuesday the 2nd of December. The screening of ‘Love Actually’ at The Parkway Cinema … Continue reading →

Barnsley Museums recently held their annual Volunteers’ Christmas Party at Cannon Hall Museum, bringing together volunteers from across their sites for a festive celebration. We were delighted to attend and join in recognising the incredible contribution volunteers make throughout the … Continue reading →

Barnsley’s very own Christmas carol has returned once again – and this year it’s bigger than ever.  Barnsley Museums have just released a brand-new 2025 medley of Christmas Eve (The Barnsley Carol) on YouTube, bringing together an extraordinary line-up of … Continue reading →

Take the stress out of Christmas shopping with a journey across the Barnsley Museum sites. Discover unique finds, shop local, support culture, and make your gifting this season truly meaningful.  If you’re looking for those few extra presents, why not … Continue reading →

Finding fun, engaging, and educational activities for little ones can be a challenge, but Barnsley Museums has plenty to offer for children under five! From creative play and story time to hands-on learning experiences, there are opportunities for toddlers and … Continue reading →

Barnsley’s Archives contain some fascinating documents, and one gem that makes an appearance at many events and open days is the Grant of King James I by letters patent of the Manor of Monk Bretton to George Wood and John … Continue reading →

We’re delighted to share that Barnsley Museums & Heritage Trust is celebrating its 10th anniversary this November, and we’d love for you to join us in marking this special occasion.  As a fundraising charity, our mission is to preserve, enhance, … Continue reading →

We’re delighted to announce that Barnsley Museums and Heritage Trust has been chosen as one of Co-Op Foundation’s causes to help us uncover and celebrate the lesser-known histories of Elsecar.  Co-Op Members can now officially support Barnsley Museums and Heritage … Continue reading →